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Cheshire & Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Healthcare
  • Chester

AI generated summary

  • You should have experience in mental health support, assessment skills for young people, ability to work unsocial hours, and a commitment to service improvement and CWP Trust values.
  • You will assess young people for Tier 4 CAMHS, coordinate interventions, support discharge planning, and collaborate with stakeholders while promoting a whole systems approach.

Requirements

  • We offer a relocation package of up to £8,000
  • To be part of a team to roll out a new initiative working with young people and families and the wider system to prevent hospital admission.
  • This is a pilot project named the NOOK, the role will include developing and rolling out the service.
  • To work as part of a specialist children and young people’s mental health team to provide intensive Tier 4 support and interventions for young people and their families.
  • As a Mental Health Practitioner you will be responsible for undertaking assessments for young people referred for Tier 4 CAMHS intensive interventions.
  • To work as part of a team on a rota basis including unsocial hours.
  • To promote and uphold CWP Trust Values.
  • Be responsible for undertaking the assessment of young people referred to Tier 4.
  • To undertake all assessment related activities from screening and triaging referrals, coordinating the assessment, undertaking the assessment, recording the findings and outcome of assessment on the patient record, communicating the outcome of the assessment with all the relevant stakeholders and arranging any interventions offered.
  • We welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.

Responsibilities

  • To be part of a team to roll out a new initiative working with young people and families and the wider system to prevent hospital admission.
  • This is a pilot project named the NOOK, the role will include developing and rolling out the service.
  • To work as part of a specialist children and young people’s mental health team to provide intensive Tier 4 support and interventions for young people and their families.
  • As a Mental Health Practitioner you will be responsible for undertaking assessments for young people referred for Tier 4 CAMHS intensive interventions. As well as face to face assessments the role involves all the gatekeeping activities as well as offering consultations to our Tier 3 partners. In addition to gatekeeping activities the post holder will undertake planning and facilitating discharge from Tier 4 services.
  • CWP (Tier 4 CAMHS) provides mental health services for children & young people with emotional, psychological and mental health related difficulties.
  • The services are provided through assessment for intensive support delivered through a residential inpatient setting or a home based treatment approach.
  • A whole systems approach is utilised in assessing and offering interventions and support.
  • To work as part of a team on a rota basis including unsocial hours.
  • To promote and uphold CWP Trust Values.
  • Be responsible for undertaking the assessment of young people referred to Tier 4.
  • To undertake all assessment related activities from screening and triaging referrals, coordinating the assessment, undertaking the assessment, recording the findings and outcome of assessment on the patient record, communicating the outcome of the assessment with all the relevant stakeholders and arranging any interventions offered.

FAQs

What is the relocation package offered for this role?

The relocation package is up to £8,000 for individuals joining CWP in a clinical role at Band 5 or above, who need to relocate to take up employment.

What is the primary goal of the NOOK initiative?

The primary goal of the NOOK initiative is to work with young people and families to prevent hospital admission by providing targeted interventions and support.

What type of support does CWP’s Tier 4 CAMHS provide?

CWP’s Tier 4 CAMHS provides intensive mental health support and interventions for children and young people experiencing emotional, psychological, and mental health difficulties, through both residential inpatient settings and home-based treatment.

What are the main responsibilities of a Mental Health Practitioner in this role?

Responsibilities include undertaking assessments for young people referred for Tier 4 CAMHS interventions, performing gatekeeping activities, offering consultations to Tier 3 partners, and planning and facilitating discharges from Tier 4 services.

Is there a requirement to work unsocial hours?

Yes, the role requires working as part of a team on a rota basis, which includes unsocial hours.

How does CWP approach recruitment and diversity?

CWP is committed to making recruitment practices inclusive, promoting equality and diversity, and developing a culture that values differences.

What type of induction program does CWP offer to new starters?

CWP offers up to three weeks of induction through the Prepare to Care programme, which welcomes new starters and provides essential information and training to support them in their roles.

Who can I contact for further details or an informal visit?

You can contact Angela Campbell, Team Manager, at angela.campbell9@nhs.net or call 01244 397670 for further details or to arrange an informal visit.

What should I do if I require assistance with my application due to being neurodivergent?

If you require assistance with your application, you can email cwp.recruitment@nhs.net or call 01244 393100 for support.

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Cheshire & Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Helping people to be the best they can be

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2002
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of mental health, learning disability, and community health services across Cheshire and Wirral. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care that enhances the well-being and quality of life for their patients. They are dedicated to offering accessible, effective, and patient-centered services to address both mental and physical health needs in the community.